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Skillologist Spotlight: Nicholas Mayne - Web Developer & Founder of DancehallAudio.com

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May 7, 2012 - 11:22am

This week, Skillology features Nicholas Mayne (pictured), an online media producer and an ambassador of dancehall reggae music culture. Nick is currently based in San Francisco, having recently relocated from South Florida.

Mr. Nicholas Mayne, thank you for taking the time to share some personal insights with the Skillology family. 

To kick things off, please describe yourself to fellow Skillologists in less than 140 characters: 

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Skillologist Spotlight: Diana N. Graham - Passionate Entrepreneur and Veteran

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April 23, 2012 - 12:03pm

This week, Skillology features Diana N. Graham (pictured) is a multifaceted woman that continues to make achievements in life beyond the status quo.  She believes that thinking big and being active is the key to success in any endeavor that one pursues.  She is a 29 year old student of life, business woman of multiple talents, and a motivator for others to be inspired by.  Diana is an ambitious individual -- a Skillologist.

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Most Trusted Brands: Skillology Founders Can't Escape The 'Bucks

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April 5, 2012 - 9:47am

So the other day, I’m sitting in a downtown lobby with two of my favorite co-founders of a cool, new social community for creative professionals called Skillology.  I’m not sure if you guys have ever heard of it? If not, definitely check it out!

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Skillologist Spotlight: Stacia Yearwood, Writer/Journalist

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April 2, 2012 - 8:49am

This week, Skillology features Stacia Yearwood (pictured), a passionate poet, writing consultant, and graduate student at American University completing her M.F.A. in Creative Writing and Journalism. An international student from Trinidad and Tobago and a frequent world traveler, Stacia exudes a life full of vibrant energy, personable charm, diverse talent, and unique ambition. 

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Skillologist Spotlight: Dr. Yew, Wholistic Wellness Consultant

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March 18, 2012 - 5:20pm

The Skillologist Spotlight is an on-going feature showcasing individual Skillologists utilizing their skills, talents, and ambitious drive to pursue their creative passions and entrepreneurial interests. If you would like to be featured, please contact us and tell us more about yourself.

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Let's Get Personal: Thoughts on the Way Forward for Skillology in 2012

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December 23, 2011 - 5:23pm

It's not often one feels nauseous and inspired at the same time. But it happened to me this morning.

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You Brand, I Brand, We all need to Brand!

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November 30, 2011 - 7:39pm

Many individuals are under the impression that starting a business is primarily focused on funding, product development, staffing, and etc.  While those are important elements, they are not the only keys to business success.  Actually, they can be considered less vital in the beginning stages than one important key that captures your audience and brings in your consumer base.   The key I am referring to is “branding.”  Branding can be defined as a company’s representation to the world.  This involves the name, the

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Creativity of Your Own!

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November 17, 2011 - 9:31am

Creativity isn’t just about a standard, or a pre-defined formula, or known techniques, but it is about what you see and define it to be.  Steve Jobs became successful and renowned because of his out-of-the-box innovations that surpassed traditionalism, and not for following a pathway already paved.  To be honest, a lot of the most successful people followed an uncharted path that resulted in millions, and even billions of dollars in revenue.  This isn’t to say that gaining tools, tips, and advice is irrelevant, but it should only be a

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DO YOU!! Be Courageous Today.

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November 13, 2011 - 10:30am

In life, we all have passions and talents, but what are we lead by? Are we led by the pursuit of money? Are we led by who others want us to be? Are we lead by a societal standard of success? Are we led by someone else’s dream given to us as a child?  Living life with success isn’t simply about doing what is considered the “hot” job, or following some career standard, or adopting a traditional pathway; it is about being you.  Ask yourself this question, what do I want to do in life?

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Who Are You? Fellow Skillologist Inspires with Motivational Speech

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November 8, 2011 - 4:43pm

Who are you? What do you communicate? What do you exude? Is it purpose? Hope? Justice? Love? Professionalism?

On behalf of the Summer 2006 graduating class of the University of Florida, Ms. Daphne Charles, Writer/Editor for Skillology, delivered an awesome and inspiring speech asking her fellow graduating classmates to reflect on these questions.

In the video below, Daphne reminds ambitious professionals that we are anything and everything we can imagine ourselves to be. We are who we think we are. Our potential -- boundless.

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